# Where to watch Desert Son (2010) in the UK

> Desert Son (2010) is available to watch free in the UK on Plex and Tubi TV. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store or bought from Apple TV Store. Last verified on 4 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2010  
**Runtime:** 94 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 4.6/10  
**Genres:** Drama, Thriller  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 4 May 2026 (2026-05-04T22:09:56.744Z)  

## Synopsis

After being abandoned in the desert by his abusive stepfather, Phillip finds himself cruelly cast into a game of life or death until a beautiful orphan named Lucy and her boyfriend Jack come to his rescue. The three runaways patrol the desert and live as petty thieves, but they soon find that the fight for survival against nature may become a fight for survival against each other.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Plex](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/65996-desert-son/watch?locale=GB)
- [Tubi TV](https://tubitv.com/search/Desert%20Son)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Desert%20Son)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Desert%20Son)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Desert Son for free in the UK?**

Desert Son (2010) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Plex and Tubi TV in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent Desert Son?**

Rental prices vary by service and tier (HD vs 4K), typically £3.49 to £5.99 in the UK for a 48-hour rental. ScreenSearch links you straight to Apple TV Store so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Desert Son?**

Yes. Desert Son can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is Desert Son on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Desert Son is not currently included with any major UK subscription service. It may still be available to rent or buy.

**How accurate is this film's availability data?**

Availability is sourced from The Movie Database (TMDB), which in turn pulls from JustWatch. Listings are refreshed daily. For purchase decisions, the provider's own site is the source of truth.

## Sources

- Streaming availability: The Movie Database (TMDB), refreshed daily.
- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/65996/desert-son-2010
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/5a3G8gW2zW3kHs6vsM5UXJ9bCDR.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/65996/desert-son-2010.json

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